The Construction Leadership Podcast: Executive Strategies to Build Elite Teams & Consistently Deliver On-Time, Under Budget
Are you spending more time solving problems than actually leading in your construction business?
The Construction Leadership Podcast helps executives build high-performing teams, finish on time and under budget—without all the firefighting and babysitting—so you can lead with clarity, consistency, and control.
Hosted by Bradley Hartmann—author of 15 books for the construction industry who teaches leadership in the University of Oklahoma’s Master’s program for construction professionals—each episode delivers real-world lessons for real-world builders.
You’ll learn how to:
• Lead change with less resistance using field-tested strategies that increase engagement
• Build a culture of accountability—without micromanaging or constant confrontation
• Eliminate confusion with mental models and tools that drive confident execution
New episodes drop every Tuesday and Thursday.
Ready to jump in? Start with episode 470: The Glock 17, a Billionaire, and the Leadership Lesson That Will Transform Your Team’s Change Management. It’s a listener favorite and will shift how you lead through resistance.
- Update frequency
- every 6 days
- Average duration
- 36 minutes
- Episodes
- 477
- Years Active
- 2017 - 2025
376 :: Matt Semonik, COO at Arnold Lumber on Military Tactics and the Understated Value of, "Let's Go Look at It Together."
In episode 376, Bradley is joined by Matt Semonik, a former Marine Corps platoon leader and current Chief Operating Officer at Arnold Lumber. Matt shares insights from his military experience, inclu…
375 :: Aaron Witt: Chief Dirt Nerd, Ironman, Shaper of Meaningful Conversations in Construction
In episode 375, Bradley is joined by Aaron Witt, BuildWitt's CEO and Chief Dirt Nerd. They discuss the art of shaping a conversation and the challenges faced when conducting interviews. Witt delves …
374 :: Dre Baldwin: On The Third Day and Building Structures to Improve Discipline, Persistence, and Consistency
In episode 374, Bradley is joined by Dre Baldwin, Author, CEO and Founder of Work On Your Game, Inc. Dre shares personal insights about his own journey as a professional basketball player, highlighti…
373 :: A Tribute to Visionary Jerry McCaughey with Sean Shields of the SBCA
In episode 373, Bradley is joined by Sean Shields from the Structural Building Components Association (SBCA) as they pay tribute to the late Jerry McCaughey, the visionary founder of Entekra. They re…
372 :: Dr. Anthony Perrenoud :: Chair of the Construction Management Department at Boise State University
In episode 372, Bradley is joined by Dr. Anthony Perrenoud, the Chair and Associate Professor of the Construction Management Department at Boise State University. Dr. Perrenoud discusses the disconne…
371 :: Improve Your Decision-Making with Your Own Brier Score
In episode 371, Bradley discusses the history of weather forecasting during World War II, emphasizing the importance of accurate predictions in decision-making. He explains the Brier score, named aft…
370 :: The Greatest Negotiation Move of All-Time: Ozzie and Daniel Silna, the Polyester Princes of New Jersey, and the Value of Surplus Concessions
In episode 370, Bradley shares stories of successful negotiations, including the New York Yankees acquiring Babe Ruth, Red Auerbach drafting Larry Bird, and Bobby Bonilla's deferred payment deal. How…
369 :: Lyndsey Fry and Co-Host Corbin Rinehart: On Harvard, the '14 Olympics, the NHL, and the Infinite LEWP of Work-Life Balance
In episode 369, Bradley is joined by a special co-host Corbin Rinehart, WindsorONE Business Development Manager. They talk with Lyndsey Fry, Olympic USA Women's Hockey medalist and Arizona Coyotes C…
368 :: Rich Horwath: How Leaders Set Direction, Create Advantage, and Achieve Excellence
In episode 368, Bradley is joined by author, speaker, coach Rich Horwath. They discuss Hortwath's new book Strategic, which will be released on November 7th. When it comes to assessing a team's unde…
367 :: The Leadership Die: A Simple Tool for Leadership Complexity
In episode 367, Bradley emphasizes the importance of 5 principles in leadership that can serve as a guide for making decisions and leading effectively. 1. You are owed nothing 2. Deliver value first …
366 :: Scott Jeffrey Miller: The Ultimate Guide to Great Mentorship . . . via Disney, FranklinCovey, and The Tars of Rollins College
In episode 366, Bradley is joined by speaker and author Scott Jeffrey Miller. They discuss Miller's new book, The Ultimate Guide to Great Mentorship. Miller shares insights from his own mentoring exp…
365 :: Joe Jouvenal, Chief Administrative Officer at McCarthy: A Legacy of Defining Leadership
In episode 365, Bradley is joined by Joe Jouvenal, Chief Administrative Officer at McCarthy Building Company. They discuss the rich history of McCarthy and how they had to evolve over the years. Joe …
364 :: Rick Fox: 3-Time NBA Champion Now Leading Partanna and Carbon Negative Concrete Innovation
In episode 364, Bradley is joined by 3-time NBA champion, entertainer, and Co-Founder & CEO of Partanna, Rick Fox. They discuss Partanna's focus on innovative concrete and building materials with red…
363 :: Risk and The Art of Stupidity Avoidance: Why You Don't Need to "Play Like a Champion Today"
In episode 363, Bradley discusses the idea of avoiding stupidity and making wise choices in various aspects of life, including sports, business, and entertainment. He examines how certain organizatio…
362 :: Erin Thorp: Improving Your Leadership Skills on the Jobsite Through Inside Out Empathy
In episode 362, Bradley is joined by Author of Inside Out Empathy Erin Thorp. They discuss her background, including her upbringing in rural Canada and the Alaskan Bush, her experiences in the constr…
361 :: The Construction Leadership Game Show Episode 3: Tim Rethlake, Bobby Krueger, and Mark Scherer
What do William Wallace, Maverick from Top Gun, and Kirby Puckett have in common? Find out on the latest episode of The Construction Leadership Game Show!
On The Construction Leadership Game Show, l…
360 :: Uala - Allowing Latin Americans to Participate in the Economy
In episode 360, Bradley examines best practices for building trust with Hispanics in the workforce. Are we doing enough to embrace cultural differences and build community, which in turn reduces turn…
359 :: Hispanic Leadership with Jacob Monty, Esq.
In episode 359, Bradley is joined by Jacob Monty of Monty & Ramirez LLP. They discuss practical solutions for recruiting, training, retaining, and building trust with the Hispanic workforce. Jacob pr…
358 :: In the War for Talent, Leaders Can’t Make This Mistake: Failing to Get Peoples’ Names Right
In episode 358, Bradley emphasizes that learning and pronouncing people's correct names can build trust and show that leaders care about their employees. He also introduces the La Jolla and Burrito r…
357 :: Kevin Carey: Mountain Mover Manual
In episode 357, Bradley welcomes author and entrepreneur Kevin Carey. They discuss his new book, Mountain Mover Manual and delve into topics including rejuvenation, setting goals, and personal growth…